Podcasts about small island developing states

Come to wickedproblems.earth to get the full-fat version! Exit music for this episode is “Oil Money” by Graham Barham. Because, well, it's a bit obvious this time, no?If insanity is doing the same thing repeatedly and expecting a different result, global climate institutions like the annual COP meetings are definitionally loopier than Elon Musk deep down a K-hole.We spend our time arguing about how to count emissions in order to avoid the real conversation, which is a struggle between three asset classes: fossil fuel assets, ‘vulnerable' assets (like Small Island Developing States), and ‘green' assets. Pretending that struggle is not existential is the essence of climate diplomacy for the past 35 years.University of Toronto political scientist Professor Jessica Green thinks we're well past the point we can afford to continue pretending. Reading her forthcoming book, Existential Politics - Why Global Climate Institutions are Failing and How to Fix Them, was like waking from a dream. You should pre-order it now.She cuts through the nonsense to focus on the real dilemma. The only way through an “energy transition” is for fossil fuel companies, enormously powerful economic and political actors, to have $trillions in ‘stranded assets' and balance sheets that go up in smoke.Turkeys don't vote for Christmas (an idiomatic expression I'm pleased to be the first to share with Prof. Green). Yet the entire structure of global climate diplomacy is built on the fallacy that, somehow, oil majors and NOCs would ignore their self-interest and agree to die.As you'll hear in our conversation, Prof. Green doesn't pull punches and doesn't suffer fools. There's an impatience in her writing and her presentation that has a lot of James Dyke “fuck this noise can we please stop kidding ourselves” energy. At some points I wanted to reach for the hemlock, but thankfully she is as witty as she is sharp.I ask her how her ideas intersect or cut against other critiques of the mainstream climate conversation like Andreas Malm and Wim Carton in Overshoot, Rupert Read's take on transformative adaptation and Tadzio Mueller's anticipation of collapse.I think you'll enjoy the chat. Let us know what you think:In this Conversation01:48 Existential Politics Explained04:18 The Flaws in Carbon Markets05:47 Distributional Politics and Climate Policy08:36 The Role of Corporations in Climate Governance10:49 The Paris Agreement and Its Shortcomings19:26 The Misconception of Solving Climate Change Like the Ozone Problem20:54 Environmental Effects and Substitutes22:04 Challenges in Environmental Governance22:57 Market Dynamics and Trade Issues25:03 Fossil Capital vs. Green Capital28:31 The Role of Litigation and Policy37:11 Grand Bargains and Political Realities38:21 Carbon Capture and Storage Debate40:26 Buy this Book! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you interested in how emerging leaders see the future of cities? What do you think about youth engagement for better urban futures? How can we utilise challenges as opportunities? Panel discussion with emerging leaders to share their vision for the future of cities. The panellists, Jarrett Lash, Mathilde Boulogne, Gabriel Monteiro and Yuv Sungkur talk about the fears and opportunities they see regarding the future of cities, community engagement, sustainability, youth involvement, and many more. So let's start with a proper introduction. Jarrett Lash is the Township Planner for Upper Merion Township, PA, where he leads long-term economic and community development, including managing private sector projects through the land development process. Upper Merion is home to the third-largest mall in the U.S. and the historic Valley Forge National Historical Park. Jarrett also served on the Montgomery County Homeless Task Force and the Youth Housing Coalition's Youth Advisory Board. Previously, he was a founding member of RSL Homes, focused on affordable housing development through modular construction. He holds a B.A. in International Politics from NYU, with global study experiences in Paris, Shanghai, and Abu Dhabi. Mathilde Boulogne is a master's student in international relations at IRIS Sup, currently working as a Public Relations Officer at the Paris Peace Forum. She has a passion for youth engagement, children's rights, and education, actively participating in initiatives such as TheirWorld. Her international experience includes attending education summits and completing an exchange semester in Mexico, where she developed a strong interest in the Afro-descendant cause in Latin America. Mathilde is dedicated to amplifying the voices of French overseas youth and is eager to connect with like-minded individuals working toward these goals. Gabriel Monteiro is a dynamic professional with a legal background and two years of expertise in ESG. As an ESG Analyst, he helped 170 companies enhance their sustainability efforts, produced two GRI Reports, and exceeded stakeholder engagement goals by 146%. As a Consultant for Brazil's largest energy company, he assessed 35 international sustainability standards and produced a 40-page Due Diligence Report. Currently completing his Master's in International Law and Global Governance at the University of Leeds, Gabriel specializes in sustainable reporting frameworks, including EU Taxonomy and GRI, with a focus on their legal relevance. Yuv Sungkur is a passionate Mauritian youth climate advocate, focused on addressing climate change's impact on Small Island Developing States. Pursuing a master's degree in Global Environmental Governance, Yuv has spoken at major international summits, including the 16th UN Climate Change Conference of Youth (COY16) in Glasgow and the Transforming Education Pre-Summit in Paris. He is also the president and co-founder of Food Water Hygiene (FWH) Mauritius, a youth-led humanitarian NGO providing basic necessities to those in need. Yuv is committed to bridging the generational gap in climate action through youth engagement and advocacy. Connecting episodes you might be interested in: No.177 - Interview with Amelia Gaskell about the young generation's role No.290 - Interview with Jennifer Borrero about youth hosing in the US What wast the most interesting part for you? What questions did arise for you? Let me know on Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@WTF4Cities⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠wtf4cities.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ website where the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shownotes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are also available. I hope this was an interesting episode for you and thanks for tuning in. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lesfm ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay⁠

Join Professors Jeffrey Sachs, Christina Gerhardt and UN Senior Advisor on Small Island Developing States, Simona Marinescu as they discuss human induced global warming, the implications of rising sea levels, and Gerhardt's book, Sea Change: An Atlas of Islands in a Rising Ocean. This discussion shifts our focus to the frontlines of climate change—low-lying islands and despite contributing the least to global warming, these islands bear the brunt of its impacts. Together, they explore the local stories of various islands and coastlines through immersive storytelling, scientific insight, and research from each of their own personal experiences. Join us to learn about the impacts of climate change, tourism, military bases and more on these island economies and their indigenous inhabitants. While the implications for these communities are dire, leave hopeful that there are solutions and approaches being used to protect the cultural heritage and identity of these islands.The Book Club with Jeffrey Sachs is brought to you by the SDG Academy, the flagship education initiative of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network. Learn more and get involved at bookclubwithjeffreysachs.org.Footnotes:SIDSUS and China Climate StandoffUS Climate NegotiationsSea Levels Rising Colonialism in SIDS Climatologists Nature based SolutionsLow Lying Islands Migration with Dignity Policy IPPCJames Hansen Ice sheets melting Manhattan Fate to Sea Level Rising Internal Displacement on SIDSPact for the FutureMarshall Plan for SIDSSmall Islands, Big Oceans⭐️ Thank you for listening!➡️ Sign up for the newsletter: https://bit.ly/subscribeBCJS➡️ Website: bookclubwithjeffreysachs.org

This episode features Greg Murphy from Fugro, a world leader in providing geo-data consulting through mapping, modeling, and monitoring information about our planet and the structures built upon it. Greg is also Vice Chair on the Board at the San Diego Maritime Museum. In the conversation, Greg talks about the innovative future of blue technologies, the importance of ocean sustainability, and San Diego's potential as a blue finance capital. He discusses the concept of blue carbon, the Port of San Diego's proactive approach to sea level rise, and exciting developments in the local blue tech industry such as offshore wind energy and cell-cultured seafood. Greg also shares insights from the International Conference on Small Island Developing States and emphasizes the importance of nature-based solutions for coastal resilience.   Timestamps: [2:13] Greg discusses his background in the blue economy and involvement with the San Diego Maritime Museum and its importance in preserving maritime history. [7:07] Overview of Fugro's work and why it's relevant to coastal resilience worldwide. [7:37] Fugro is the world's leading geo-data specialist. [9:01] How Fugro supports the energy transition and creates a safe-liveable world using data. [10:01] How is the San Diego Bay looking when it comes to sea level rise? [12:20] Greg defines blue carbon and its importance in coastal ecosystems and climate change mitigation. [15:31] Why San Diego should become the blue finance capital of the world. [17:19] Why do we need blue finance? [18:24] How the Port of San Diego has supported blue tech so far. [20:00] Highlights of exciting developments in San Diego's blue tech industry, including offshore wind and cell-cultured seafood. [25:08] Oceanside's innovative “re-beach” program to address beach erosion. [26:47] The importance of resilience at the government level.   About C-3   Even before the California Coastal Commission or Environmental Protection Agency existed, Citizens Coordinate for Century 3 (C-3) was the environmental conscience of San Diego. Since that time, in part due to C-3's leadership in education, advocacy, and empowerment, a plethora of organizations have developed throughout San Diego County. These organizations specifically focus on promoting progressive values in architecture, urban design, land-use governance, natural resource management, sustainable economic development, climate change resilience, and social justice. As the field of allies has grown, C-3's role has evolved to provide a platform that promotes creating civic community.   Opportunities for Advocacy and Engagement: C3sandiego.org Maritime Museum of San Diego Fugro   Quotes: “I love the Maritime Museum of San Diego. The people and the culture of the organization are really what drew me in. The museum is unlike most museums, where we celebrate the everyday citizen.” — Greg [4:47] “For me, maritime history is human history. Many of us have a story, but it's also about the history of technology.” — Greg [5:51] “Maritime history is embedded into who we are as a people and who we are as a planet.” — Greg [6:33] “Our mission is to create a safe, livable world using data.” — Greg [10:02] “This whole idea of blue carbon is about converting these nature-based systems into bankable opportunities.” — Greg [15:38] “Get out in nature! Take a hike. Experience the beauty that we have around us here in San Diego. Visit the Maritime Museum. I think that's one way we can all build resilience for ourselves.” — Greg [27:13]

Dr. Deborah Brosnan's talk, A Sea of Climate Solutions, was presented at the Collision conference in Toronto in June 2024. She is a globally recognized marine scientist, environmental entrepreneur, and climate-risk expert. Dr. Brosnan leads Deborah Brosnan & Associates, a firm that merges risk, cutting-edge science, and practical decision-making to sustain ecosystems, businesses, communities, and governments. With a special focus on Small Island Developing States, she has worked in the Caribbean for over 25 years. She collaborates with John Paul DeJoria on OceanShot, a large-scale coral reef restoration project. Dr. Brosnan holds an adjunct professorship at Virginia Tech and has been affiliated with prestigious institutions like Stanford and the Smithsonian. She frequently appears on major media and has been a featured speaker at international forums. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info LInkedIn: Deborah_Brosnan Most Influential Person Jacques Cousteau Effect On Emotions Mindfulness helps me be aware of my emotions and feel my emotions. Somebody said to me once, feel the feel and then take the wheel. And mindfulness is when you take the wheel. Thoughts On Breathing Breathing is the first thing I stop when I get stressed out. Being aware of your breath and breathing and watching the changes that occur in your body when you take control of your breathing is absolutely the best. Bullying Story In my career as a marine biologist, I was fortunate to have supportive men, fellow students, and professors, especially during my education. However, I did experience bullying, which is still prevalent, particularly online. When I was younger, I wasn't aware of mindfulness, so my initial reaction was to respond immediately. Now, I've learned to step back and take a deep breath first. Mindfulness helps me recognize the energy directed at me and understand it often has nothing to do with me personally. By pausing and being mindful, I protect my integrity and defuse the situation, as the bully usually has their own issues. Mindfulness helps prevent a hasty response to bullying, and I try to apply this in my life. I'm not always perfect, but I strive to be better. Suggested Resources Book: Blue Mind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, or Under Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier, More Connected, and Better at What You Do by Wallace J. Nichols App: Calm Related Episodes Wisdom From The Sea; Anne Gordon We're At An Epoch Says Wellness Force Radio Host, Josh Trent Health, Wealth and Happiness; Fearvana Author Akshay Nanavati

In recent years, the notion of the “Blue Economy” has gained traction in Small Island Developing States (SIDS) policy debates. Focusing on the often-enormous marine spaces encompassed in SIDS' exclusive economic zones (EEZs) – rather than their diminutive terrestrial landmasses – implies SIDS are really “large ocean states” rather than “small island states”. For proponents, the “Blue Economy” represents an entirely new way of thinking that offers a host of novel economic opportunities. For critics, it is little more than a buzzword that potentially “bluewashes” familiar forms of resource enclosure and extraction. In this episode of "Small Islands Big Picture", Emily and Matt try to chart a path between these two positions, asking “What is new – and blue – about the Blue Economy discourse? Why have some SIDS and international organisations embraced it so enthusiastically? Are there dangers in advocating for and pursuing it? And how it might be deployed to generate wealth through conservation, rather than exploitation of oceanic resources?”. In “Island Voices” we hear from Karuna Rana of the Big Ocean States Initiative in Mauritius who advocates using blue innovation to support community development. For our “Explainer”, Liam Saddington of Cambridge University demystifies the Blue Economy concept and discusses some of his research in the Seychelles. The “Big Picture” welcomes Nicole Leotaud from the Caribbean Natural Resources Institute (CANARI) in Trinidad and Tobago to hear how civil society visions of socially and ecologically sound “blueing” are being advanced. Finally, in “No Stupid Questions”, Matt and Emily ask, “Is the Blue Economy really that novel, or just old wine in new bottles?”.Featuring:Emily Wilkinson (host) | RESI Director and Principal Research Fellow at ODIMatthew Bishop (host) | RESI Director and Senior Lecturer at the University of SheffieldKaruna Rana | Director, Big Ocean States Initiative (BOSI)Liam Saddington | Teaching Associate, University of CambridgeNicole Leotaud | Director, Caribbean Natural Resources Institute (CANARI) Resources:Programme page | Resilient and Sustainable Islands Initiative (RESI)Karuna's Future Forum Paper | Closing the blue funding gap: How can SIDS mobilise a blue innovation fund for community development?Liam's Geoforum Paper | Geopolitical imaginaries in climate and ocean governance: Seychelles and the Blue EconomyCANARI's SIDS4 Report | The Caribbean we want: Civil Society recommendations for transformative pathways to Caribbean sustainable development Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Keron delves into a topic resonating across the Caribbean—migration. Whether temporary or permanent, the idea of migration is becoming a significant point of discussion for many in the region. Here are the key points covered: Increasing Migration Opportunities: Keron discusses the global trend of increasing migration opportunities, particularly post-pandemic. He highlights unique new visa options like South Korea's K Culture Training Visa, which opens up intriguing possibilities for cultural and professional growth abroad. Temporary Migration as a Necessity: Stressing the necessity of temporary migration, Keron believes that experiencing life in different cultural and economic environments can vastly expand one's perspective and approach to solving problems back home. Perspective and Worldview: The discussion emphasizes how a broader perspective can contribute to personal and societal development. Keron argues that being exposed to how different societies tackle problems can bring innovative solutions to the Caribbean. Local Development Stagnation: Keron shares his observations on the lack of significant progress in local infrastructures and business practices, pointing out that many Caribbean nations are not keeping pace with global advancements. Empowering the Youth and Future Leaders: Highlighting the critical role of the youth in shaping the future, Keron discusses the Small Island Developing States article that highlights the need for investment in education and job creation tailored to the needs of younger generations. It also stresses that giving them a voice in decision-making is crucial. Read the article here ---> Brain Drain, Ageing Population, Slow Growth. This episode is a must-listen for anyone contemplating the merits of temporary migration and its potential to enhance professional growth and broaden perspectives. Whether you're considering a move or seeking to understand its impacts better, tune in for a comprehensive analysis. Check out the Digital Nomad Visa article here ---> Digital Nomad Visa Breakdown.    Check out the KeronRose.com website to stay up to date on building your digital presence and monetizing your platforms and check out the Digipreneur FM website to keep up with the podcast. 

The 4th International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4), held in Antigua and Barbuda from 27 to 30 May 2024, brought with it renewed attention to the challenges faced by Small Island Developing States (SIDS), most centered around climate change. SIDS4 centered around the theme, "Charting the course toward resilient prosperity" and the 37 UN member nations and 20 associate members participating drew attention to four key areas where SIDS are expecting greater support, namely: (1) building resilient economies, (2) fostering safe, healthy and prosperous societies, (3) establishing a secure future and (4) promoting environmental protection and planetary sustainability. In this episode, Kripa Koshy and Vanshika Saraf discuss why we should pay more attention to the struggles of SIDS and potential areas of action for both the international community generally, and India specifically, to respond their challenges. All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/ Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in/

Small island developing states (SIDS) suffer disproportionately from external shocks. They face an existential threat from the climate emergency, while global economic uncertainty and geopolitical shifts have derailed recent progress that SIDS have made towards achieving growth and resilience.That's why governments of SIDS and their international partners met in Antigua and Barbuda a fortnight ago for the SIDS4 conference, which aimed to formulate a 10-year action plan intended to chart ‘the course toward resilient prosperity' for small island nations.In this episode, guests review this seminal conference, setting it in context of the unique challenges that SIDS face. We hear about the strengths of the Antigua and Barbuda Plan (ABAS) that emerged from it and what is missing from this framework. Guests outline reforms that are urgently needed to drive meaningful change for SIDS.GuestsSara Pantuliano, Chief Executive, ODIAmbassador Walton Webson, Permanent Representative of Antigua and Barbuda to the UNEmily Wilkinson, Senior Research Fellow, ODIJean-Paul Adam, Director for Technology, Climate Change and Natural Resources Management in the UN Economic Commission for AfricaRelated resourcesResilient and Sustainable Islands Initiative (RESI)Small Islands Big Picture podcast: Will the 4th UN International Conference on SIDS generate ‘resilient prosperity'?Small Islands Big Picture podcast (all episodes)The SIDS Future Forum 2024: Shaping the future of Small Island Developing StatesPreparatory meetings for the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States: participation, priorities and outcomesFinancing resilient prosperity in SIDSWhy small islands need their own Marshall Plan

Produced by Melbourne Climate Futures and Melbourne Centre for Cities   Show notes for Ep 3:  Professor Kathryn Bowen, Deputy Director, Melbourne Climate Futures and Professor Environment, Climate and Global Health in the Melbourne School of Population and Global Health at the University of Melbourne, Dr Vili Lese, Senior Research Fellow and Associate Director, Drought, Resilience and Climate in the School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences at the University of Melbourne, and Janet Hallows, Director, Climate Programs and Nature-based Solutions at the Carbon Market Institute join hosts Jackie Peel, Bek Markey-Towler and Cathy Oke, in the third episode of Season 4 of Climate Talks to talk about how deforestation, food security and health will be represented at COP29.     The clip at the beginning of the episode is from António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations speaking at the opening of the fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States.  You can hear the clip in full here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltaKWEn3EIE  Climate Talks is produced by Melbourne Climate Futures and Melbourne Centre for Cities at the University of Melbourne. Our theme music is by Music for a Warming World. Climate Talks acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung peoples as the Traditional Owners of the unceded land on which this podcast was produced.  Subscribe to Climate Talks on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

This week we reported on a House foreign affairs subcommittee hearing in which Republicans tried to paint the U.S. government's entire approach to foreign assistance as wasteful and counterproductive — but they faced pushback from Democrats who argued that human rights grants are critical in the global contest between democracy and autocracy. The hearing took place against the backdrop of a proposed House of Representatives budget bill that would impose an 11% cut across U.S. foreign affairs spending, which would be 19% less than what President Joe Biden requested. The proposed funding bill cuts “wasteful spending” and “continues reestablishing American leadership” where the Biden administration has been lacking. We also look back at an event that took place in Washington D.C., during which U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan discussed tackling humanitarian crises, adapting to the rise of artificial intelligence, and partnering with other nations to drive development through debt relief and infrastructure "corridors" connecting regions. Meanwhile, during the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States, or SIDS, concerned countries called for debt relief and more concessional funding to deliver on a 10-year strategy to achieve Sustainable Development Goals and build resilient economies. We highlight how a lack of support could decimate local livelihoods and lead to climate-induced migration. For the latest episode of the podcast series, Devex President and Editor-in-Chief Raj Kumar sits down with Liz Hume, executive director at the Alliance for Peacebuilding, as well as Devex Managing Editor Anna Gawel, to discuss this week's top global development stories. Sign up to the Devex Newswire and our other newsletters: https://www.devex.com/account/newsletters

The developed world must increase support for small island developing States “not as an expression of generosity but of responsibility”, the UN's Special Representative for Disaster Risk Reduction has said.Kamal Kishore – who also heads up the Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) - was speaking to UN News in Antigua and Barbuda as the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4) came to a close on Thursday.He told Matt Wells that SIDS have always been “ahead of the curve” in trying to mitigate the impacts of increasingly extreme weather on their vulnerable countries and economies - but they can't do it alone.

The Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda is leading the charge for more climate action paving the way for “resilient prosperity” as host of this month's upcoming International Conference on Small Island Developing States, SIDS4.In an exclusive interview with UN News's Shanaé Harte, Gaston Browne said the very survival of small island nations is increasingly at stake due to rising waters, extreme weather, crushing debt and lack of basic resources.

The Weekly Tradecast looks at low-lying coastal countries and the unique threats they face from climate change with UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) senior economist Mussie Delelegn.  The resilience and prosperity of these countries is the focus of the UN's fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States in late May. Known as SIDS, these dozens of small island states are the most vulnerable to extreme weather, rising seas and coastal erosion brought on by climate change. The human and economic costs are enormous. If climate trends continue, some of the islands could soon disappear under the waves.  Listen in to Mussie Delelegn to learn how the SIDS can build their economies, protect their people and mitigate the impact of climate change.

Small Island Developing States are particularly vulnerable to plastic pollution. As well as coping with a tsunami of waste washes up on their beaches every day, these countries – which are generally highly dependent on imports – generate a large amount of plastic waste of their own, and often struggle to manage it.Plastic pollution has a detrimental effect on the health and livelihoods of people living in small island states, which often lack the means to effectively treat and process it. It's not great for the economy either: tourists don't want to hang out on dirty beaches, and marine litter can damage fishing stocks. Conor Lennon from UN News went to Trinidad to see how the UN is working with civil society and the government to not only deal with the waste, but also find a way to reuse it, and take it out of the environment.

Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are, by definition, highly dependent on shipping and other forms of connectivity. As geographically small land masses, SIDS have a high propensity to import things, and as islands, all imports, exports and travel must be done by sea (or air). However, SIDS are at the mercy of the global shipping industry, over which they have little control – an industry prone to shocks, spikes in prices and rapid technological change. In this episode of "Small Islands, Big Picture", Emily and Matt discuss: why SIDS are so dependent on shipping; how these small states are experiencing recent transformations in inter-island and international maritime industries; and whether changing patterns of ownership and control, multilateral governance of the high seas, or technological innovation – for example, through Artificial Intelligence – represent positive or concerning developments for SIDS. In “Island Voices”, Viliame Kasanawaqa talks about the importance of sea connectivity to Pacific nations. In the “Explainer” section, Professor Liam Campling, co-author of the prize-winning book Capitalism and the Sea, discusses why SIDS are so vulnerable to corporate concentration in the global shipping industry. In “The Big Picture”, Captain Orlando Allard tells us how small states have done much to shape global maritime governance. Finally, in “No Stupid Questions” Matt and Emily answer “Why don't SIDS just set up their own shipping lines to reduce dependence on the global shipping lines?". Featuring:Emily Wilkinson (host) | RESI Director and Senior Research Fellow at ODIMatthew Bishop (host) | RESI Director and Senior Lecturer at the University of SheffieldViliame Kasanawaqa | RESI Affiliate and Director of ShipWrecked Lab, FijiLiam Campling | Professor of International Business, Queen Mary University of LondonCaptain Orlando Allard | Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Universidad Santa Maria La Antigua, Panama and Former Panamanian Ambassador to the International Maritime Organization Resources:Programme page | Resilient and Sustainable Islands Initiative (RESI)SIDS Future Forum | Recordings of Future Forum sessions at Island InnovationLiam's Book | Capitalism and the Sea (Verso, 2021, co-authored with Alejandro Colás) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we meet with Jeremy Raguain. Jeremy is a Seychellois conservationist who holds a Bachelor of Social Science in International Relations and Environmental Geographical Sciences and Bachelor of Social Science in International Relations (Honors) from the University of Cape Town, a Diploma in Environmental Management from the Technical University of Dresden. He is currently pursuing a Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy at Columbia University. Jeremy is also an alumnus of the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) Fellowship and simultaneously served as the Seychelles Permanent Mission to the United Nations Climate Change and Ocean Advisor throughout 2022 participating in climate change and high seas negotiations. Before negotiating international environmental law on behalf of Seychelles, small island developing and African states, Jeremy worked with the Seychelles Islands Foundation for over five years coordinating the foundation's projects - such as the Aldabra Clean-Up Project - and communications while contributing to national policy focused on climate change, biodiversity and ocean conservation, as well as environmental impact assessment. Jeremy is also a youth activist volunteering his time to the representation of young people - especially those from islands, Africa and Global South - in environmental and sustainability issues. -We learn about the unique identity and cultural heritage of SIDS -We explore the vulnerabilities faced by SIDS -We learn about SIDS treaties and initiatives Follow and connect with Jeremy: Instagram: @turtlecommuter Check out AOSIS and their opportunities: https://www.aosis.org/ An important UN article to check out about SIDS: https://www.un.org/ohrlls/content/about-small-island-developing-states Check out this document connecting climate change and SIDS: https://unfccc.int/resource/docs/publications/cc_sids.pdf A podcast episode to check out: Small Islands, Big Picture: Why do small islands matter? https://open.spotify.com/episode/361tFdYc0qSQNYWeMNb1Rl?si=gASp_fguT4aexD6B0z_cqA

Each decade since the mid-1990s, the United Nations has convened a high-level international summit – bringing together small-island governments, large-state donor partners, international organisations and representatives from civil society – to agree the next ten-year agenda for Small Island Developing States' (SIDS) development diplomacy. The fourth of these conferences (SIDS4) will take place in Antigua-Barbuda in May 2024, under the theme ‘Charting the Course Toward Resilient Prosperity'.SIDS4 is the most important of these decennial conferences so far, taking place at a critical juncture in the global context and at an especially challenging time for small island states. Consequently, Emily and Matt devote the entirety of this episode to a roundtable discussion with three key protagonists in the SIDS4 process:Tumasie Blair, Antigua-Barbuda's Deputy Permanent Representative to the UNAmbassador Fatumanava-o-Upolu III Dr Pa'olelei Luteru of Samoa, Chair of the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) and Permanent Representative of Samoa (the 2014 host state)Dr Simona Marinescu, Senior Advisor on SIDS at the UN Office for Project Services (UNOPS)The episode explores what will happen at SIDS4, how the agenda has been developed, and in which policy areas SIDS will make the biggest demands of the international community. Looking ahead to the new 10-year agenda that will replace The SAMOA Pathway, Emily and Matt ask 'What can we expect from the Antigua-Barbuda Accord for SIDS (ABAS) 2024-34?' and, crucially, 'How will it deliver genuinely “resilient prosperity"?'.Featuring:Emily Wilkinson (host) | RESI Director and Senior Research Fellow at ODIMatthew Bishop (host) | RESI Director and Senior Lecturer at the University of SheffieldFatumanava-o-Upolu III Dr Pa'olelei Luteru | AOSIS Chair and Permanent Representative of Samoa to the UNTumasie Blair | Deputy Permanent Representative of Antigua-Barbuda to the UNSimona Marinescu | Senior Advisor on SIDS, UNOPSResources:Programme page | Resilient and Sustainable Islands Initiative (RESI)RESI policy brief | A Global Bargain for Resilient Prosperity in SIDSSIDS4 website | 4th International Conference on Small Island Developing StatesRESI summary on SIDS4 preparatory process | Preparatory meetings for the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States: participation, priorities and outcomesSIDS Future Forum information | ODI webpageRegister to attend the SIDS Future Forum | Island Innovation's website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was recorded during the two-day multi-stakeholder dialogue on gender equality and sustainable development, jointly organized by ParlAmericas, the UN Women Multi-Country Office – Caribbean and the Parliament of Saint Lucia, in Gros Islet, Saint Lucia.Listen to this presentation by Dr. Rosina Wiltshire, gender and development specialist, on key themes and interlinkages of gender equality and sustainable development, reinforcing that these goals can only be achieved in partnership and through the application of a holistic, human-centred framework where human beings are placed at the centre of national analysis, policy framework, and programs.Dr. Wiltshire also explores opportunities for transforming Caribbean societies, and the world by extension, using the models and foundations of gender equality, peace, and resilience, and presents ways in which these themes can be effectively reflected in intergovernmental processes like the International Conference on Small Island Developing States and within national processes and decision making.

This episode of "Small Islands, Big Picture" explores debt in SIDS – a critical challenge with no easy solutions. Emily and Matt explain why many island states have built up such large debt burdens in the first place, how this impacts SIDS in different ways, and why it is so difficult to reduce. They discuss what can be done to augment SIDS' ‘fiscal space', whose responsibility it is to help them achieve this, and how new financial mechanisms might help.In “Island Voices”, Rachid Bouhia talks about how better international support is critical for alleviating debt. In the “Explainer” section, Gail Hurley – who specialises in the finance challenges of SIDS – provides 10 reasons why debt is so pressing, but also why we should remain hopeful and continue pushing for global change. In “The Big Picture”, Enrico Gaveglia and Shakira Mustapha discuss the challenges of alleviating debt burdens on the ground. Finally, in “No Stupid Questions”, Matt and Emily answer ‘Why is the issue of debt in SIDS not as simple as just paying down the debt?'.Featuring:Emily Wilkinson (host) | RESI Director and Senior Research Fellow, ODIMatthew Bishop (host) | RESI Director and Senior Lecturer, University of SheffieldRachid Bouhia | RESI Director and Economic Affairs Officer, United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)Gail Hurley | Independent Advisor and Senior Researcher on Debt and Development FinanceEnrico Gaveglia | Resident Representative, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) MaldivesShakira Mustapha | Research Lead at the Centre for Disaster ProtectionResources:Programme page | Resilient and Sustainable Islands Initiative (RESI)RESI policy brief | A global bargain for resilient prosperity in Small Island Developing StatesSIDS4 website | Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing StatesEmily and Rachid's blog | Small-Island Developing States need urgent support to avoid debt defaultsEmily and Kanni Wignaraja's Project Syndicate article | Credit Ratings and Climate ChaosShakira's paper | Innovations in sovereign debt: taking debt pause clauses to scale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP 28) comes at the heels of the hottest year in human history. Our newest episode of The Development Podcast delves into the impact of the climate crisis and urgent solutions to address it. This episode marks the launch of our new limited series on how to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. Over the next 5 episodes, we'll explore critical issues affecting planet, people and prosperity.Today, we turn our attention to the planet as we speak with three high-profile guests about climate change. We'll also hear from a climate advocate in Samoa and other youth activists. Join us as we speak to Her Excellency, Hon. Fiamē Naomi Mata'Afa, Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade of Samoa on how the fallout of climate change impacts Small Island Developing States; Inger Andersen, Executive Director of the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) on emissions reduction and climate solutions; the World Bank's Anna Bjerde, Managing Director of Operations, on the Bank's role in climate action; and Brianna Fruean, a young climate advocate from Samoa who shares her own experiences.Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you!Timestamps[00:00] Welcome: Introducing the topic and speakers[02:37] Climate activism: Voices from Samoa[08:41] Samoa: Climate crisis, infrastructure challenges, role of women, challenges ahead, COP28[16:49] Climate activism: Voices from Ghana[18:06] UNEP: Scaling the challenge, greenhouse gas emissions, urgent actions and investments, climate game changers[25:59] Climate activism: Voices from Egypt[26:56] World Bank: Climate game changers, financing climate action, Country Climate Development Reports, hope on the horizon[33:06] Climate activism: Voices from Chile and Samoa[34:43] Closure and thanks for tuning in!Featured VoicesHer Excellency, Hon. Fiamē Naomi Mata'Afa, Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade of SamoaInger Andersen, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Executive DirectorAnna Bjerde, Managing Director of Operations, World BankBrianna Fruean, Climate Change Advocate, SamoaABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world's largest sources of funding and knowledge for...

Tom Goreau talks about coral reefs and biorock, and James Baird shows a long power point presentation of his concept, Thermodynamic Geoengineering, which develops the differential in heat between the top and bottom of a stratified ocean to produce what physicists call "work." For the video, audio podcast, transcript and comments: https://tosavetheworld.ca/episode-566-small-island-developing-states.

In this episode of "Small Islands, Big Picture", Emily and Matthew look at the United Nation's new Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI), how it relates to age-old debates about small-state vulnerability, and why it could lead to a long-overdue shift in the allocation of international aid. In "Island Voices", Theresa Meki speaks about the meaning of vulnerability and George Carter highlights different aspects of SIDS' vulnerability that need to be considered. In "The Big Picture", Fatumanava-o-Upolu III Dr Pa'olelei Luteru reports on how work on the MVI is proceeding. In "No Stupid Questions", Emily and Matt answer "Does thinking of Small Island Developing States through the prism of vulnerability risk infantilising them?".Featuring:Emily Wilkinson (host) | RESI Director and Senior Research Fellow, ODIMatthew Bishop (host) | RESI Director and Senior Lecturer, University of SheffieldGaston Browne | Prime Minister of Antigua-Barbuda and Co-Chair, UN High-Level Panel on the MVIFatumanava-o-Upolu III Dr Pa'olelei Luteru | Permanent Respresentative of Samoa, UN High-Level Panel on the MVITheresa Meki | Department of Pacific Affairs, Australian National UniversityGeorge Carter | RESI Co-director and Department of Pacific Affairs, Australian National UniversityResources:ODI event | Putting the Glasgow Climate Pact into action: accounting for vulnerabilityProgramme page | Resilient and Sustainable Islands Initiative (RESI)Policy brief | A global bargain for resilient prosperity in Small Island Developing StatesUN website | Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States“Small Islands, Big Picture” is a new podcast from The Resilient and Sustainable Islands Initiative (RESI) and ODI which will shine a spotlight on the unique challenges and remarkable resilience of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) around the world. Hosts - and RESI directors – Dr Emily Wilkinson and Dr Matthew Bishop will be joined by expert guests from the Caribbean, Pacific and beyond to discuss the political, economic, social and environmental issues facing SIDS today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Small Island Developing States and the climate crisis In our final episode of the 'Loss, Damage, and Denial' miniseries, Jacob speaks with Tristan Ward, a social and behaviour change officer at UNICEF from Barbados, about the climate losses and damages facing the Caribbean and the need for climate finance. We also hear from Netta Maiava, a young Samoan Pacific Climate Warrior, about the need to centre First Nations perspectives in climate solutions.  Photo: Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley has been a strong advocate for more climate finance for small island developing states.  Produced by Jacob Gamble Earth Matters Episode #1408 

In this podcast we are looking at Small Island Developing States (SIDS), food security and climate change. We talk to IFAD climate specialist Oliver Page, and we also hear from IFAD projects working with SIDS in the Philippines, Haiti and Tonga. July sees the UN's Food Systems Summit Stocktake taking place in Rome. We'll be talking to Stefanos Fotiou, Director of the UN Food Systems Summit Coordination Hub. Then Max Cotton is back with the third part of our series where we see how he's coping with the self-sufficient life style on his small holding in the UK. And finally we rejoin our ongoing series with the Global Donor Platform for Rural Development - this time we speak with Nikita Eriksen-Hamel, Deputy Director of Agriculture and Food Systems for Global Affairs Canada. This is Farms.Food.Future – a podcast that's Good for You, Good for the Planet and Good for Farmers brought to you by the International Fund for Agricultural Development. For more information: https://www.ifad.org/en/podcasts/episode45 https://www.ifad.org https://www.morditonga.to https://www.un.org https://www.donorplatform.org

For this World Ocean Month (and 30th overall!) episode, we have two guests on The Ocean Decade Show podcast - Anama Solofa - Lead Negotiator on Oceans, for the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) and Angelique Pouponneau, a Seychellois lawyer and environmentalist and a board member on the Decade Advisory Board. We cover an ocean-months' range of topics in a single episode, all centered around Small Island Developing States (SIDS). From the impact of decades of plastic pollution to SIDS role in defining the Blue Economy, Anama and Angelique take us on a journey through the past, present, and future role of small island and low-lying coastal developing states in international climate change discussions, sustainable development negotiations and processes, and the Ocean Decade itself. 

In this episode, Christianne Zakour, Advocate for Environmental Governance and Climate Justice, joins us to discuss shared challenges amongst Small Island Developing States, the potential for more interregional knowledge sharing and climate justice. She shares insights from her work in the Caribbean and the Caribbean Tree Planting Project and her recent term as a steering committee member of the UNEP Major Group of Children and Youth. Tune in for her thoughts on the recently passed landmark UN resolution for climate justice and what this could mean for progress in the coming years. Learn more about the Caribbean Tree Planting ProjectMore information about climate fragility in the Caribbean

TNWAC had the honor of talking with Her Excellency Geraldine Byrne Nason, Ambassador of the Republic of Ireland to the United States in January. TNWAC President Patrick Ryan spoke with her about the business interests connecting Ireland and Tennessee and the wider United States, political developments in Ireland and the European Union and the special relationship between Ireland and the United States and the historical connections to Tennessee. Ambassador Geraldine Byrne Nason assumed her role as Ireland's 19th Ambassador to the United States in August 2022. Geraldine was Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Ireland to the United Nations in New York (2017- 22). Previously, she served as Ambassador to France (2014-17), Second Secretary General in the Department of the Taoiseach (Prime Minister) (2011-14), Ambassador and Ireland's Deputy Permanent Representative to the EU (2005-11)), and Director of the National Forum on Europe (2004-05). During her career, Ambassador Byrne Nason has served in Brussels, New York, Paris, Vienna and Helsinki. As Second Secretary-General in the Department of the Taoiseach from 2011-2014, she was the highest ranking female public servant in Ireland. During that period, she also was Secretary General of Ireland's Economic Management Council. On her arrival in New York, Ambassador Byrne Nason led Ireland's successful campaign for a seat on the United Nations Security Council, and led the New York Security Council team for the 2021-2022 term. Geraldine was Chair of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) for 2018 and 2019. She has also co-chaired high-level political negotiations on the hundredth anniversary of the birth of Nelson Mandela and on the ‘Samoa pathway' for Small Island Developing States. A native of County Louth, in 2020 Ambassador Byrne Nason was awarded the Freedom of Drogheda, the town's highest honour and was the third woman to receive the award of its 35 recipients. In 2014, Geraldine was elected a Member of the Royal Irish Academy, Ireland's highest academic honour. Ambassador Byrne Nason holds an Honorary Doctorate of Law from Maynooth University as well as Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Literature from Saint Patrick's College in Maynooth (NUIM). Ambassador Byrne Nason is married and has one son.

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Dr. Charlotte de Fontaubert is Global Lead for the Blue Economy at the World Bank, where she is responsible for guiding the Bank's transition towards a Blue Economy approach, defined as the sustainable and integrated development of oceanic sectors in healthy oceans. She is also Program Manager for PROBLUE, a Multi-Donor Trust Fund launched in 2018, which aims to identify new ways to finance the transition to a blue economy. As a Senior Fisheries Specialist, she has co-authored some of the Bank's seminal publications on fisheries and the blue economy, including The Sunken Billions Revisited, a chapter on fisheries and subsidies in The Changing Wealth of Nations, a report on fisheries and climate change and fisheries in Africa, and a report on The Potential of the Blue Economy : Increasing Long-term Benefits of the Sustainable Use of Marine Resources for Small Island Developing States and Coastal Least Developed Countries. Dr. de Fontaubert holds an M.Sc. in Sea-Use Law, Economics and Policy from the London School of Economics and a Ph.D. in Marine Studies from the University of Delaware. Charlotte de Fontaubert | Global Lead for the Blue Economy, World Bank Follow us @ REEF Roundup Instagram Marine Conservation Podcast (@reefroundup) REEF Roundup Website (reef-roundup.com) REEF Scuba Website (reef-scuba.org) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reefroundup/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reefroundup/support

Loss and damage finance has made it onto the official COP agenda for the first time at Sharm El-Sheikh. An expert on small island states discusses why the issue has been so contentious. --- Experts from the University of Pennsylvania are on the ground at COP27 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt. In this special series from Energy Policy Now, they share their observations from the global climate conference and insights into key issues under negotiation. Stacy-ann Robinson, a visiting scholar at the University of Pennsylvania's Perry World House, provides a brief history of loss and damage finance in global climate negotiations, and why the issue has taken so long to become an official part of the COP negotiating agenda. Stacy-ann Robinson is a Lightning Scholar with the University of Pennsylvania's Perry World House. Her research focuses on the human, social, and policy dimensions of climate change adaptation in Small Island Developing States. Energy Policy Now is produced by The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. For all things energy policy, visit kleinmanenergy.upenn.ed Energy Policy Now is produced by The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. For all things energy policy, visit kleinmanenergy.upenn.eduSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ambassador Ken O'Flaherty is the COP26 Regional Ambassador for Asia-Pacific, Caribbean and Small Island Developing States. He worked closely with governments, business and civil society across the region to boost climate action ahead of the COP26 Leaders' Summit which took place in Glasgow last year, and continues to do so, ahead of the upcoming COP27. He joins us to share more about his reflections of the outcomes of COP26 from last year, his hopes for the upcoming talks in Sharm El Sheikh, and also the main priorities and challenges in Asia and the Pacific, with regard to climate action.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ambassador Ken O'Flaherty is the COP26 Regional Ambassador for Asia-Pacific, Caribbean and Small Island Developing States. He worked closely with governments, business and civil society across the region to boost climate action ahead of the COP26 Leaders' Summit which took place in Glasgow last year, and continues to do so, ahead of the upcoming COP27. He joins us to share more about his reflections of the outcomes of COP26 from last year, his hopes for the upcoming talks in Sharm El Sheikh, and also the main priorities and challenges in Asia and the Pacific, with regard to climate action.

Granting personhood to oceans via a universal declaration of rights for oceans is seen by some as the only hope of saving them from further exploitation. Washington DC based expat Lelei LeLaulu, was born in Samoa, grew up in Auckland, and is a graduate of Auckland University, and is one of the key people involved in the initiative. He's also an advisor for the Global Ocean Energy alliance that's trying to help the Pacific Islands to wean themselves off the crippling cost of importing oil by generating energy from the oceans is the goal of a new alliance. The alliance was been launched last month in Lisbon by Small Island Developing States or SIDS heads of government, NGOs and corporates. Lelei LeLaulu is interested in the convergence of climate change, oceans, renewable energy, food security and sustainable tourism. Mr LeLaulu tells Kathryn as well as working on the new alliance, he's helping to set up a movement to transform the tourism sector into an humanitarian facility.

In this new series, our host Edoardo Tancioni shares innovative approaches to boost investments for a sustainable blue economy and protect our oceans in the lead-up to the UN Ocean Conference in Lisbon, Portugal, at the end of June 2022. In this episode, Edoardo talks about Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and their centrality to leveraging the development impact of capital for sustainable ocean-based economies. SIDS are not "poor and remote places," but rather valuable centres of marine biodiversity, living fossils, and hotspots of ocean-based ecosystem services like tourism, fishing grounds, and shipping lanes. This episode aims to raise awareness of this fact among investors, fund managers, and the general public. We hope to facilitate conversation between potential investors and government officials. Websites: https://www.un.org/en/conferences/ocean2022 Hashtags: #CapitalMusings | #SaveOurOcean Leave a ReviewThanks for listening! If you found the episode useful, please spread the word about this new show on Twitter mentioning https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Funcdf.us1.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3D565a555b66f6c4de99f3bd48a%26id%3D41770e0ed0%26e%3D017f46cadf&data=04%7C01%7Cfernando.zarauz%40uncdf.org%7C436c8e936a144a6af1b808d9faba243a%7Cb3e5db5e2944483799f57488ace54319%7C0%7C0%7C637816500258542558%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=rU%2F%2F8%2Fvjq1OKMe%2Ff%2Fuyi38U%2FH0xYpK3AlfiWV6gyvYc%3D&reserved=0 (#CapitalMusings), or leave us a review on iTunes.  Reviews are hugely important because they help new people discover our podcast. If you enjoyed listening to this episode, please leave a review on iTunes. Here's how: 

The importance of small island developing statesIt is no secret that small island developing states (SIDS) have long been recognized as being particularly vulnerable to the impact of climate change. Today we will speak to two knowledgeable guests in this area. Diego  Acevedo, is an engineer, in the area of sustainability and innovation expert specializing in the development of solutions for small island states. And Francielle Lacle, whose interest lies in the development of tools and insights that can constructively contribute to building sustainable island economies.We invite you to comment and share your views.. . "Straight Up Conversation About Education" powered by the University of Aruba ,Sopi Mix Studio,Qredits & SwingMasterz ..#sopimix #sopimixstudio #sopimixaruba #podcast #swingmasterz #new #concept #islandlife #islandvibes #wetheislandpeople Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/sopimix)

In the seventh webinar of the 2021 Development Matters lecture series, which is supported by Irish Aid, Ambassador Peter Thomson, the United Nations Secretary-General's Special Envoy for the Ocean, addresses the importance of the Ocean and of the Sustainable Blue Economy for Small Island Developing States in the context of the COP26 summit in Glasgow. He also reflects on opportunities for Ireland to act as a catalyst for Ocean action. Ambassador Peter Thomson is the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy for the Ocean, in which role he drives global support for Sustainable Development Goal 14, to conserve and sustainably use the Ocean's resources. He served as President of the UN General Assembly from 2016-2017. He was the Permanent Representative of Fiji to the UN from 2010-2016, during which time he was also elected as President of the International Seabed Authority's Assembly and Council. Ambassador Thomson is a founding Co-Chair of the Friends of Ocean Action and is a supporting member of the High-Level Panel for Sustainable Ocean Economy.

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The world needs to limit global warming to 1.5C in order to avoid the worst effects of Climate Change. What exactly is at stake for Small Island Developing States if we are not able meet this goal? This first episode breaks down the science of 1.5, the impacts for SIDS, where we stand currently, and what needs to be done to avoid crossing the threshold.

Oceans Health and Wealth with Marisa Drew, Chief Sustainability Officer & Global Head Sustainability Strategy, Advisory and Finance (SSAF), Credit Suisse and Casey Clark, CFA, Managing Director, Global Head of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Investments, Portfolio Manager, and member of Rockefeller Capital Management's Management Committee will explore practical, profitable, and creative solutions, the SDGs are beginning to be integrated into public budgeting and planning by governments while the financial markets and investment community have also started to embrace the SDGs. The Swiss investment bank Credit Suisse has partnered with Rockefeller Asset Management to launch an impact fund that will finance projects improving ocean health, raising $212m pre-launch. The businesses claim that the ‘Ocean Engagement Fund' is the first impact fund of its kind, in that it is solely dedicated to and fully aligned with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14: Life Below Water. The Goal includes targets to address issues such as overfishing, marine pollution and acidification, and to boost conservation and restoration. At the same time, Small Island Developing States over-reliance on economic sectors such as tourism and fisheries, high-debt-levels, and severe constraints to mobilizing both private and public finance amplify vulnerabilities. This conversation will foster a unique opportunity to showcase the action that is being done by the UN, Governments and private sector, to speak about how important these partnerships are in these urgent times for the lives of the most vulnerable and for the planet.

Welcome to Disrupted Asia: Navigating the Global Order of Tomorrow, a podcast series by FES in Asia- where Asia's and Europe's leading experts tackle some of the most pressing questions around the changing geopolitical environment and how this is shaping the global order of tomorrow. Small and landlocked states have their own unique set of challenges, but also opportunities, especially when caught in the midst of global power shifts and geopolitical disruptions. In this episode, we explore how these challenges manifest for countries of the region and the roles they can play. Ambassador Gyan Chandra Acharya, former Foreign Secretary of Nepal & United Nations High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States (2012-2017) shares his insights. Credits: Created by Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung in Asia, https://asia.fes.de/ Directed by Mirco Günther Hosted by Dinkim Sailo Research by Mekhla Jha Communications & artwork by Isabelle Mischke and Coco Quimpo Sound production by Mediawok: https://www.mediawok.com/ Resources: Find out more about our new regional project “Navigating the New Geopolitics of Asia and the Global Order of Tomorrow” which analyses major regional and global dynamics at play and offers a platform for countries to unpack ideas and strategies on how to manage these geopolitical challenges and successfully navigate in an uncertain environment: https://asia.fes.de/our-work/geopolitics-of-asia

Small Island Developing States, known as SIDS, are a group of 58 territories recognized by the UN as developing with specific social, economic, and environmental vulnerabilities. Jamaica, Samoa, Singapore, and Puerto Rico are all islands classified as SIDS. Their small geographic size, remoteness from international markets, reliance on biodiversity and natural resources for tourism, and weak economic diversification make them particularly vulnerable to economic and climatic shifts. These characteristics decrease their resistance and resilience to impending global climate and environmental changes. Learn more from Delia's article: https://novelhand.com/vulnerable-small-islands/

In this Season Two Premiere and first ever pod to pod episode, island girls with identical passions reflect on their role in the climate change space. Podcast hosts from separate platforms Dainalyn and Derval, exchange experiences and offload the challenges in promoting climate action and sustainability. There is no escaping the climate reality for Caribbean people whose paradise needs protecting from natural disasters, constant climate threats and old models of development. What is it we aren't saying in convincing people to switch to sustainable living? The truth is, it is an uphill battle and its quite the oxymoron tabling issues that are so important yet blindsided by more pressing, personal needs. Climate change is a current threat that seems so far away in our minds at times. Hence, the importance of individuals and entities who continue to hold the frame, so we are reminded of the bigger picture. No (wo)man is an island. This episode exemplifies the importance of community and the coming together of like-minded individuals, placing collaboration over competition to achieve the same goal. Here are some points from our conversation: It can feel isolated in the spaces you occupy but there is always a network within your niche. Finding your tribe gives you courage to push through. Representation Matters. Caribbean people are living the climate experience therefore climate leadership and action is also the responsibility of Small Island Developing States as much as the Global North. There is no one fix to climate change and taking climate action. The most important focus is exploring ways to convert awareness into action. Climate change affects every citizen of the Caribbean. It is important to be engaged in the climate conversation at every level as sustainabilty is not limited to policy makers and technocrats, it affects business owners, farmers and more. Sustainability must be an important consideration. It is important to push against the narrative that championing climate action is an “international norm”. It must be seen as part of local culture. There needs to be a wider framework or enabling environment to facilitate sustainability actions. eg. Waste management and recycling systems to promote possible environment practices. Solutions to local development challenges do not always reside in external parties. The creativity and innovation to solve challenges must come from local knowledge. There is a need to reclaim culturally relevant principles and practices that have served Caribbean people well in the past. eg invention of the steel pan in Trinidad and Tobago made from oil drums. Connect with Derval at the climateconscious.com or The Climate Conscious Podcast In this episode: Interlude: 'Don't You Know' by Chavez Illmatiq Outro: 'Country Breeze by Chavez Illmatiq

Arno Boersma is the founding partner of Island Impact - a social enterprise that aims to bring positive impact to small island states through initiatives in sustainable development - and the former director of UNDP’s Center of Excellence for Small Island Developing States. He is an experienced knowledge strategist with a passion for turning knowledge into action, preferably knowledge related to island opportunities in energy, water, climate, tourism, waste, ocean, and biodiversity. As islands are at the front lines of climate change, their solutions can benefit the rest of the world. Arno has been an entrepreneur as well as worked for multinational firms, the World Bank and the UN. Most recently, from 2016-2019, he led the launch and growth of the UNDP's Center of Excellence for Small Island Developing States which aims to foster island-to-island collaboration and knowledge exchange. He recently moved from Aruba to Washington, DC where he subsequently launched the Network of Island Professionals. https://www.islandimpact.co/ https://nexuspmg.com/

Memristors, Neuromorphic Computing, Mysteries of the brain and the future of Computing Dr. Mehdi Anwar is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Connecticut. As a Jefferson Science Fellow, he served as Special Adviser for Technology Transfer and Innovation in the office of Intellectual Property Enforcement, Economic Bureau, U. S. Department of State. At present, Dr. Anwar is assisting U. S. Department of State and other U. S. Government organizations and the United Nations Office for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries, and Small Island Developing States to stand up the newly established United Nations Technology Bank. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/scientificsense/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/scientificsense/support

Barbados born Denyce Blackman was a professional writer then journalist for 7 years before arriving in the West Midlands, where she gained a Masters in Film and Television at the University of Birmingham. She later founded Caribbean Pop-Up Cinema, bringing West Indian stories to UK audiences. She is a Caribbean creative in film and video production as well as film exhibition.This interview delves into the differences between caribbean islands and the impact it has had on its descendants. We also explore the complexities of the film industry, its differences and similarities with its counterpart media formats.It is an hour of history, truth, creative collaboration and free knowledge. Denyce's determination in everything she does alongside her relentless ambition will leave you revitalised and focused to persure your own goals.All guests are asked select 7 Reggae tracks that inspire, connect them to their culture or evoke heartflet memories. Every song Denyce selects is full of family memories, inspirational anthems and positive vibrations.Connect with Denyce Blackman - https://twitter.com/CaribbeanUhttps://www.facebook.com/caribbeanpopupcinema/www.instagram.com/caribbeanpopupcinemaNew uploads every Wednesday! Subscribe to be the first to hear it!Also check out Danieal's "Reggae Uprising" videos every Monday - Follow Danieal - Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/daniealmusic Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/DaniealMusicExtra Special Link's from Denyce Blackman - Film & TV info and opportunities https://filmbirmingham.co.uk/newsRastafari movement in Barbados https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCgMsPJUZao, Catcalling in Barbados https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=riuxA119gV0Islands Underwater: Climate Change in Small Island Developing States https://blackmanconnection.wordpress.com/ Caribbean Film/Filmakers http://caribbeanfilm.org/tag/caribbean-film-festival/Denyce Blackman's Selections -Buju Banton - Untold Stories https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kb-0Eo0Yk0oChronixx - I Know Love https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7514zwC-eqsPeaches My Love - Eric Donaldson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWiYv6TVbBsI Wayne - Living in Love https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_v8cUgBEJU Sizzla - Ain’t Gonna See Us Fall https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTs9HRxYCXMBob Marley - Them Belly Full https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=no5YWKY6eOsDavid Kirton - Green Camouflage https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rIHdg3TCV4

We have the pleasure to present to you another Community Edition of Open Science Radio, this time kindly provided by Claudia Göbel. So this episode brings together three experiences of doing research in cooperation between people from inside and outside academic institutions in different settings in the global South: - How can Citizen Science build on traditions of participatory research in Latin America? Soledad Luna has pushed Citizen Science activities for research and conservation in Ecuador. - What is Africa OSH and how is it related to Europe? Thomas Mboa works on open and participatory research, DIY biology and cognitive justice with the Association for the Promotion of Open Science in Haiti and Africa (APSOHA) and MboaLab. - What challenges are involved in getting rare data for monitoring climate change? Khalissa Ikhlef looks after the Sandwatch project for beach monitoring in Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and coastal countries at UNESCO. This podcast is the edited recording of the “Story Café” workshop that was held as preconference event to the international conference on Citizen Science in June 2018 in Geneva. The workshop was realized by Claudia Göbel as part of her work for the European Citizen Science Association, which organized the conference, in the context of the EU-funded project “Doing-it-Together science” (2016-2019). We hope these stories can be more than just tokens in a structurally unequal conversation and inspire others to share their experiences, listen closer and critically interrogate the global nature of knowledge production, research policy as well as our very personal role within them.

President Higgins attended the opening segment of the SmaLl Island Developing States (SIDS) Summit, together with the UN Secretary-General (UNSG), António Guterres, the President of the General Assembly (PGA) and senior representatives of UNMember States. The President addressed the opening segment of the summit, which serves as a high level review of the progress made in addressing the priorities of SIDS through the implementation of “the SAMOA Pathway”. Over the past few months Ireland and Fiji have been central, as co-facilitators, to the negotiation of the Political Declaration to result from the summit. The Declaration seeks to retain the separate identity of the SAMOA Pathway to the Sustainable Development Goals and ensure that SIDS-specific concerns remain on the United Nations’ development agenda. The special case for SIDS is based on their very particular vulnerability and the combined challenges they face from their geographical remoteness, the small scale of their economies, high costs and crucially the devastating impact of climate change, inter alia; extreme weather events, slow onset events, and the increasing frequency, scale and intensity of disasters. Ireland’s Strategy for partnership with Small Island Developing States builds on and strengthens existing diplomacy and international cooperation with our island brethren. The strategy was launched by the Tánaiste at the Our Ocean Wealth Summit in Ireland in June 2019, and was the subject of discussions at a meeting for the SIDS representatives, hosted by President Higgins at Áras an Uachtaráin. https://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-addresses-high-level-review-of-samoa-pathway

President Higgins hosted a meeting with representatives of the group of Small Island Developing States. See https://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-and-sabina-receive-ambassadors-from-small-island-developing-states

Welcome to Episode 138, Solar Warrior! In October 2009, Mike Eman was sworn in as Prime Minister of the small island state of Aruba, a dutch territory in the Caribbean, and over the course of 8 years established a leadership position in championing renewables. Aruba became the first Caribbean island to declare a 100% renewable target, way back in 2012, long before the recent fanfare we’ve covered here on the US cities also taking up that banner. He partnered with Sir Richard Branson & Jigar Shah via their Carbon War Room, and created the 10-island challenge, a call to other Caribbean islands to increase renewables penetration & wean off fossil fuels.   Today, Mike and I discuss how this all came to be, the obstacles his administration faced in passing this legislation, the lessons learned along the way, and the work he’s now doing to help other Small Island Developing States with similar visions for sustainability. His perspective is beautiful, so I hope you’ll take the time to check it out.   You can find more great founder stories and solar startup advice in the other 137 episodes archived over at www.mysuncast.com.   Thanks to our partners, Helioscope & Powerhub for supporting this show so you can listen to it for Free.   I am opening up 2 new coaching spots this quarter, so if you're interested please shoot me an email to get an application: Nico@mysuncast.com 

Welcome to Episode 138, Solar Warrior! In October 2009, Mike Eman was sworn in as Prime Minister of the small island state of Aruba, a dutch territory in the Caribbean, and over the course of 8 years established a leadership position in championing renewables. Aruba became the first Caribbean island to declare a 100% renewable target, way back in 2012, long before the recent fanfare we’ve covered here on the US cities also taking up that banner. He partnered with Sir Richard Branson & Jigar Shah via their Carbon War Room, and created the 10-island challenge, a call to other Caribbean islands to increase renewables penetration & wean off fossil fuels.   Today, Mike and I discuss how this all came to be, the obstacles his administration faced in passing this legislation, the lessons learned along the way, and the work he’s now doing to help other Small Island Developing States with similar visions for sustainability. His perspective is beautiful, so I hope you’ll take the time to check it out.   You can find more great founder stories and solar startup advice in the other 137 episodes archived over at www.mysuncast.com.   Thanks to our partners, Helioscope & Powerhub for supporting this show so you can listen to it for Free.   I am opening up 2 new coaching spots this quarter, so if you're interested please shoot me an email to get an application: Nico@mysuncast.com 

With over 20 countries in the Caribbean region, it is crucial as developing countries and Small Island Developing States, which inherently are disadvantaged, that we ensure that our needs and concerns are considered in the global Internet conversations, and the decisions that ultimately are made. In our conversation with Kerrie-Ann Vassall-Richards, an Advisory Council Member of ARIN, we discuss that organisation, its role with respect to the Internet, and how the Caribbean region can participate more actively in Internet policy discussions. Show notes can be found in the accompanying article

The classification, Small Island Developing States (SIDS), which includes most Caribbean countries, has far-reaching implications with respect to not only the broad range of vulnerabilities such countries face, but also the extent to which they can be competitive. Tracy Hackshaw, a longstanding advocate for greater SIDS recognition, helps us better understand why it is so important to focus on SIDS, the impact on ICT, and what we can do to improve the situation SIDS face. Show notes and useful links can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast page Don't forget to subscribe to the show!

Speech to representatives of Small Island Developing States by Áras an Uachtaráin

People in Small Island Developing States are particularly vulnerable to displacement by disaster. Governments in the Caribbean and the Pacific need urgently to do more risk management and planning.

This is the extended edition of Kris Abel's interview with Christine Germano, Artistice Director of Portraits of Resilience which presents stories documenting the effects of climate change by youth ages 8-16 years old from the Arctic and Small Island Developing States. For more info: http://www.manystrongvoices.org/portraits/ The project includes a new installation at The Ontario Science Centre called Portraits of Resilience: Teens Take On Climate Change, for more info: https://www.ontariosciencecentre.ca/

Guest: Maxine Burkett, Professor of Law at the William S. Richardson School of Law, University of Hawai‘i and a Global Fellow at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars

Guest: Maxine Burkett, Professor of Law at the William S. Richardson School of Law, University of Hawai‘i and a Global Fellow at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars

Dr. Len Ishmael, Ambassador for the Eastern Caribbean States (ECS), spoke with ECDPM's Geert Laporte on the challenges and opportunities facing Small Island Developing States. The Eastern Caribbean States (ECS) Mission to the Kingdom of Belgium and the EU hosted a seminar 'Building on the Samoa Pathway', on 7 October 2014.